Spring & Easter 2022
A season full of hope
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or many people, spring is a season full of hope and expectation, and for none more so than Christians as we approach Easter. As Rico Tice says in the introduction to Hope Explored, a new three-week outreach course from Christianity Explored Ministries:
“Christianity is about real hope: a joyful expectation for the future, based on true events in the past, which changes everything about my present.” This catalogue is full of resources which we trust will help you and your family reflect on that glorious hope and share it with those around you. Yours in Christ,
James Burstow, Commercial Director, The Good Book Company
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Teach kids the whole Bible story
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A six-session Sunday School curriculum, based on the bestselling book, The Garden, The Curtain and The Cross, showing kids the whole Bible story and the glory of the cross. Lizzie Laferton & Carl Laferton | £7.99 £6.79
A | Beautiful hardback storybook taking children aged 3-6 on a journey from the Garden of Eden to God’s perfect new creation. Children will learn why Jesus died and rose again and why that’s the best news ever. Carl Laferton | Hardback | £8.99 £7.64 B | Using simple sentences and stunning illustrations, this 16-page board book introduces toddlers to the gospel. Carl Laferton | Board Book | £4.99 £4.24
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C | Easter calendar with two weeks of Easter family devotions based on The Garden, the Curtain and the Cross storybook. Ideal to use with kids aged 5-8. Carl Laferton & Lizzie Laferton £5.99 £4.99 D | 32 pages of colouring, puzzles, mazes and activities for children 5-8 based around The Garden, the Curtain & the Cross. Carl Laferton | £2.99 £2.54
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Help kids enjoy the good news of Easter NEW
Illustrated Gospel of Mark introducing children to the life of Jesus. £1.50 £1.28
This engaging retelling of the Easter story will help preschoolers understand why Jesus died and rose again. Steph Williams| £2.99 £2.54
Encounter Jesus in the pages of Scripture with these easy-touse 10-minute daily devotions for families. Ed Drew | £6.99 £5.94
This flexible, easy-to-use family Lent devotional will allow both adults and children to celebrate the limitless wonder of Easter. Ed Drew | £6.99 £5.94
Popular Easter booklet with puzzles and questions looking at why Jesus died. Alison Mitchell | £0.25
Fresh retelling of the Easter story for preschoolers, with opportunities to join in with facial expressions! Tim Thornborough | £3.99 £3.39
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Easter family devotions NEW Help your family to appreciate the awesome, life-changing events of Easter with these 30 easy-to-lead devotions for families. Bible passages, questions, explanations and prayers included. Barbara Reaoch £6.99 £5.94
Introduces preschoolers to the truth about Jesus’ death and resurrection using the vibrant artwork and simple text from The Beginner’s Bible. Catherine DeVries | £1.99 £1.49
Activities to carry you through Easter including a full-colour pull-out calendar. Perfect for groups or individuals. Catherine Mackenzie £4.99 £3.99
The Easter story comes to life through age-appropriate puzzles, activity pages and stickers in this friendly and fun Sticker and Activity Book. Kelly Pulley | £3.99 £3.39
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Meditations on the sacrificial love of Jesus NEW
Thirty short but profound reflections that help you to meditate on and marvel at the sacrificial love of Jesus. This book also works fantastically as a devotional, especially during Lent and Easter. David Mathis | £8.99 £7.64
“His eyes are like a flame of fire, and on his head are many diadems.” (Revelation 19:12) Admiration may be the highest of pleasures, and particularly when we marvel at the life, death, and triumph of Jesus. The treasures of who he is, what he has done, and what he will do are countless. We were made for this: not just to trust and obey
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God, but to know him, and enjoy him, in Jesus. The joys of knowing Jesus are unsurpassed even now—and they will endure, and only deepen and develop, for all eternity to come. This Jesus is a king unlike any other. Mere
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human monarchs and dignitaries have their strengths and weaknesses, their fortes and flaws, the particular glories for which they are remembered and the inevitable missteps they wish to be forgotten. Yet the man Christ Jesus—not
only truly human but also truly God—eclipses and far surpasses every other human ruler and celebrity. He is worthy of more than a single crown. As King of kings, and Lord of lords, and Glory of glories, he is worthy of many crowns. Because of how it helps me admire and marvel at Jesus, one of my favorite hymns has long been “Crown Him with Many Crowns” (Matthew Bridges, 1851). I love how the hymn’s stanzas celebrate Christ, in turn, as Lord of love, Lord of life, Lord of light, Lord of heaven, Lord of years, and Lord of lords. Even as phrase after phrase tells of his glory, the one that has arrested me most over the years is “rich wounds.” Rich wounds captures so well the strangeness and beauty—the peculiar glory—of Jesus Christ and his self-sacrifice at the cross for sinners. Jesus was wounded for us: pierced for our
“Crown him the Lord of love! Behold his hands and side— Rich wounds, yet visible above, In beauty glorified.” transgressions, crushed for our iniquities. “Upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed” (Isaiah 53:5). Jesus bore our griefs, our sorrows, our transgressions, our iniquities; he brought us peace; he healed us.
many crowns, the many wonders and excellencies of Jesus Christ. Ponder with me his life and ministry, his sacrificial death, his spectacular resurrection, and that one fateful week that was the worst and most wonderful in the history of the world.
His wounds, horrific as they were when inflicted on the innocent Son of God, are indeed rich wounds, because he is God, and made us rich in becoming poor for us (2 Corinthians 8:9). They are wounds rich in meaning and significance: wounds that have not vanished on his resurrected body. I love meditating on the many glories, the
Excerpt from Rich Wounds by David Mathis
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Easter reflections for adults
Discover how the cross delivers everything we need most: freedom, forgiveness, justice and purpose. K. DeYoung, R. Coekin & Y. Christos-Wahab | £4.99 £4.24
Explains clearly and simply what the Bible, and Jesus himself, says about the cross and what it means for us today. Marcus Nodder | £4.99 £4.24
A short book that gets to the heart of how grace really works. Michael Jensen | £4.99 £4.24
Discover the meaning of Christ’s death on the cross from one of the world’s most influential thinkers. John Stott | £14.99 £11.99
Follow Jesus through the last day of his life and discover how it transforms not only your future but also your present. Mike McKinley | £8.99 £7.64
Shows how the fact that Jesus rose in history and is reigning right now changes our day-to-day lives. Mike McKinley | £8.99 £7.64
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Easter outreach NEW
An evangelistic booklet to use as part of Life 2022 mission. Rico Tice | £0.50 £0.45
Discover how Jesus’ happy ending can be yours too. Jonty Allcock | £2.99 £2.54
Discover how life tastes better when Jesus takes over. Terry Virgo | £2.99 £2.54
A short, accessible, clear booklet explaining the message at the heart of Easter. William Taylor | £0.50 £0.45
A gripping, revealing account of the week before Jesus’ resurrection. Carl Laferton | £2.99 £2.69
Evangelistic booklet challenging common interpretations of the death and resurrection of Jesus. Carl Laferton & Tim Thornborough | £0.50 £0.45
Best-selling examination of the evidence for the resurrection with a compelling conclusion. Lee Strobel | £3.99 £2.99
Grips readers with the surprising truth that God reveals his essence through his death on the cross. Rico Tice | £2.99 £2.69
Graphic-novel-style book faithfully illustrating the text of Luke’s Gospel. (Uses NIV.) Alex Webb-Peploe | £4.99 £3.99
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This intereactive book visualises various Bible genres as a series of “lands” in a theme park with detailed, fun, Where’s Wally-style illustrations. It will help kids aged 4-7 get to know the Bible in a fun and engaging way. Mike Nappa | Hardback | £9.99 £8.49
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Discover how the Philippian jailer came to know Jesus in this engaging board book for toddlers. Board Book | Bob Hartman £4.99 £4.24
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This simple 16-page board book points toddlers to Jesus, the friend who forgave Peter and who will forgive them too. Board Book | Dan DeWitt £4.99 £4.24
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32 pages of art, puzzles, mazes and activities for children aged 5-8 based around The God Contest Storybook. Carl Laferton | £2.99 £2.54
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Inspiring children’s biography of Gladys Aylward, who endured lots of scary adventures to be a missionary in China. Laura Caputo-Wickham | Hardback £6.99 £5.94
Inspiring children’s biography of Betty Greene, whose dream to fly and to be a missionary came true. Laura Caputo-Wickham | Hardback £6.99 £5.94
Female role models for kids COMING MAY
Inspiring children’s biography of Queen Elizabeth II, highlighting the Christian faith that has underpinned her remarkable reign. Alison Mitchell Hardback | £6.99 £5.94
Inspiring biography of Betsey Stockton, who, despite being born enslaved, followed her dream of being a missionary. For children 4-8. Laura Caputo-Wickham Hardback | £6.99 £5.94
Inspiring biography of Corrie ten Boom, who saved hundreds of Jewish people during World War II. For children 4-8. Laura Caputo-Wickham Hardback | £6.99 £5.94
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This beautiful hardback Bible storybook for 3-6-year-olds uses James 2 to encourage children not to have favourites, but to love and welcome all kinds of people, just like Jesus does. Trillia J. Newbell | Hardback | £8.99 £7.64
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Teach young kids the exciting truth that they can talk to their heavenly Father about anything, anytime, anywhere. Laura Wifler | £8.99 £7.64
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Bible storybook that teaches young children the gospel so that they understand why Jesus died and rose again. Carl Laferton | £8.99 £7.64
Show young children how the God of the Bible proved himself to be the one true God. Carl Laferton | £8.99 £7.64
Teach young children about Jesus’ ongoing power to save and how they can tell their friends about Jesus. Bob Hartman | £8.99 £7.64
Teach young children how to enjoy being delightfully different yet all part of God’s family. Trillia J. Newbell | £8.99 £7.64
Teach young children about Jesus’ return and why it’s so surprising. Randall Goodgame £8.99 £7.64
Teach children through the account of calming the storm how they can really trust Jesus. Alison Mitchell | £8.99 £7.64
Bible storybook that points young children to Jesus, the friend who forgives. Dan DeWitt | £8.99 £7.64
Learn about the power of Jesus’ words through the account of Jesus healing the official’s son. Alison Mitchell | £8.99 £7.64
Teach children through the story of Lazarus that Jesus came to give his friends life after death. Lauren Chandler | £8.99 £7.64
Bible storybook that helps young children discover how Daniel points to Jesus. Alison Mitchell | £8.99 £7.64
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An engaging retelling of the parable of the prodigal son that helps young children discover how God loves and welcomes lost people. Steph Williams | £2.99 £2.54
An engaging retelling of the story of Zacchaeus that helps young children discover how Jesus can change our hearts for ever. Steph Williams | £2.99 £2.54
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In this faithful retelling of the story of Esther, young children will learn that God’s plans to rescue his people never fail. Tim Thornborough Hardback | £6.99 £5.94
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In this faithful and fun account of Genesis 1, young children will learn how God made his very good and wonderful creation, with every shade of the rainbow. Tim Thornborough Hardback | £6.99 £5.94
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This liberating, confidencebuilding book shows 9-13-yearolds how to embrace and enjoy their identity as those loved by God and made in his image. Chris Morphew | £6.99 £5.94
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Apologetics books for tweens
Helps 9-13s to understand the historical reliability of the Bible, equipping them to defend their faith. Chris Morphew £6.99 £5.94
Helps 9-13s to understand what the Bible says about why God lets bad things happen, equipping them to defend their faith. Chris Morphew £6.99 £5.94
Helps 9-13s to understand what the Bible says about what happens when we die, equipping them to defend their faith. Chris Morphew £6.99 £5.94
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Strengthen and enrich your marriage with these fresh prayer ideas drawn from Scripture. You’ll be equipped to pray deep and effective prayers for your spouse’s character and spiritual walk, for your life together as a couple and through challenging seasons. Melissa Kruger & Michael J. Kruger | £4.99 £4.24
Books that help faith grow
Adam Ramsey invites us to engage both our minds and our emotions in our walk with God as we gaze at him until our hearts sing. Adam Ramsey | £9.99 £8.49
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Learn from the book of Daniel how to live confidently for Christ in an increasingly secular society. Alistair Begg £8.99 £7.64
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How to cling to the gospel and offer it to those around us in a post-Christian culture, where our views are often unacceptable. Stephen McAlpine £8.99 £7.64
Books for the Christian life
Learn how to spot the connections between your faith and the culture around you, so that you can talk about Jesus in a way that’s truly compelling. Daniel Strange | £9.99 £8.49
Be equipped to talk about your faith and engage with unbelievers wisely and winsomely with inspiration and practical help from C.S. Lewis. Randy Newman £9.99 £8.49
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An inspiring and practical introduction to living the Christian life. Ideal for those who are new to faith or only just starting to take it seriously. Gary Millar | £8.99 £7.64
Be inspired to grow in your love for and commitment to your local church as you understand what it means to belong to God’s family. Tony Merida £8.99 £7.64
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Gives you tools and strategies to read and understand the Bible for yourself, helping you move from confusion to confidence. Gary Millar | £8.99 £7.64
A personal story of learning to trust our heavenly Father when you feel your earthly father has let you down. Blair Linne | £9.99 £8.49
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NEW Using the story of Joseph and his brothers as a model, this book explores what repentance, forgiveness and reconciliation can look like, even in extremely difficult circumstances. It will help readers to forgive, find peace and move forward, even when it’s hard. Wendy Alsup | £8.99 £7.64
Forgiving even when it hurts I forgive you These are simple words, but hard ones. Perhaps they are words you just can’t bring yourself to say. Has someone harmed you so deeply you cannot imagine releasing them of their debt to you? Or perhaps these are words you long to hear. Have you harmed a loved one? Does restoring 18 |
the relationship seem impossible? Many of us have harmed or been harmed in our marriages. Many of us have harmed or been harmed by our parents or siblings. Many of us have harmed or been harmed through racial insensitivity or downright hostility in our communities. Many of us have harmed or
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been harmed through church conflict. Or conflict at work. Or a thousand other possible scenarios. Do words of forgiveness—and the reconciliation that may potentially follow—feel far out of your reach? What would you say if I told you that forgiveness is not out of your reach—that we have a God who loves
reconciliation, a Savior who came into the world to reconcile us to himself, and a Spirit who works change and healing among us? That there is hope— even for you? It’s true: there will always be aspects of reconciliation that are out of your control. You can confess your sin to the one you harmed, but you cannot guarantee they will respond with forgiveness. You can forgive the one who has harmed you, but that does not mean they will fully recognize the wrong they have done or repair in the ways that are right. Though you can release them from the place they hold in your mind, a fully reconciled relationship is not always possible. So what hope is there? This book is also not a straightforward, stepby-step manual on how to reach reconciliation with another. Though we will go through
various aspects of a process of sorts, we will find that this process is messy, with any number of complicating factors that can suddenly turn progress aside. There is no tidy linear path to reconciliation. This book looks at the Bible to find hope for our broken relationships and insight for how to pursue forgiveness and healing—which are both possible, even where full reconciliation is not. Specifically, we will look at the life of Joseph in the book of Genesis. I can think of no better story to give us practical insight for our own complicated, messy situations. In the story of Joseph, his father, and his brothers, God gives a vision of what is possible when all seems lost, when reconciliation seems impossible, and when those we love are far off, seemingly out of
our reach. The story of Joseph gives us hope, too, when we are overwhelmed with guilt for the harm we have done against our loved ones. I have experienced many kinds of conflicts and brokenness in my life. Some have seen resolution. Some haven’t, yet. Wherever you are in your own journey from brokenness to healing, this book is designed to encourage you to persevere in hope. God is for you. He sees you, and he has a good plan for your life. If you long to move forward but it seems impossible, know that God has not left you as an orphan to navigate this situation by yourself. There is help and hope to persevere.
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Books exploring God’s design
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Explores God’s design for the expression of human sexuality—what it says about him and what that means for us. Ideal for giving away to people who may see this as a stumbling block to belief. Sam Allberry | £8.99 £7.64
A rich portrayal of living faithfully and happily as a Christian with same-sex attraction, which paints a compelling picture of discipleship for every believer. Rachel Gilson | £9.99 £8.49
A practical and sensitive exploration of the Bible’s teaching on homosexuality, and advice on how we relate to both Christians and non-Christians who experience same-sex attraction. Sam Allberry | £4.99 £3.99
Join author Jason Roach as he reflects on how he found the true intimacy he was craving in God’s perfect design for sex and sexuality—and shares how you can too. Jason Roach | £8.99 £7.64
Help and direction from the Bible to understand and enjoy intimacy in Christian marriage, and to overcome some of the difficulties and questions that every husband and wife faces. Adrian Reynolds & Celia Reynolds | £8.99 £7.64
This book sets out a positive vision of singleness by responding to seven common misconceptions and helps readers better understand, support and empower the singles around them. Sam Allberry | £10.99 £7.99
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Devotional working through the book of Job that helps married couples to navigate the storms of life together. Sarah Walton & Jeff Walton Hardback | £11.99 £10.19
Biblical analysis and guidance on the topic of divorce and remarriage. Wayne Grudem | £6.99 £5.94
How being real with others will help us fight sin and grow authentic friendships. Catherine Parks | £8.99 £7.64
A short book to help Christians know how to think about pornography, with biblical conviction and compassionate understanding for those influenced by it. Vaughan Roberts | £4.99 £4.24
Inspires men to come together in new ways to fight the injustice of porn and build a world of nobility for every man and woman. Ray Ortlund | £12.99 £11.04
Breaking free from sexual sin through the power of the Saviour. J. Garrett Kell | £12.99 11.04
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This warm, faithful and compassionate book helps Christians understand what the Bible says about gender identity. Originally released in 2017, this version has been updated and expanded. Andrew T. Walker | £8.99 £7.64
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Philosophical problems facing transgenderism 1|T he transgender movement is incoherent The transgender movement relies upon the assumption that someone’s biological sex and gender expression are distinct, unrelated categories, with the result that a biological male who “feels” female can live out a gender expression at odds with the gender norms associated with their biological sex. In this framework, “gender” as an emotional and psychological category, is altogether distinct from a biological reality. But if you follow the arguments of transgender activists, they’ll argue that gender is 22 |
simultaneously innate and waiting to be discovered, that it exists on a spectrum, and that it is socially constructed. Did you follow that? Something that is innate and supposedly “real” can be socially constructed. That is not philosophically sensible. How can something that is socially constructed also be the product of an innate experience? The very idea of a social construct obliterates the idea of stable, innate categories. If gender exists on a spectrum and multiple gender expressions can reside in a single individual, how can such variance in expression be innate? At best, a transgender activist
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could argue that gender is socially constructed and exists on a spectrum, but then that calls into question the concrete existence of “gender” as a psychological reality. The whole ideological foundation of transgenderism is built on confusing, inconsistent, and contradictory grounds. 2 | The transgender movement is incompatible with other progressive ideologies Feminism and gay rights are central fixtures in progressive thought. But feminism and gay rights have something
in common with each other that transgenderism does not. For feminism to make sense, there has to be an objective and real feminine category. In other words, feminism (that seeks to celebrate and empower women) means that womanhood must truly exist. The same goes for homosexuality. Homosexuality entails the idea that a biological man is sexually attracted to another biological man, or that a biological woman is sexually attracted to another biological woman. But transgenderism denies that sex is either objective or authoritative. What does this mean? It obliterates feminism and homosexuality as stable categories. If individuals can transition between genders, it means that a man could be a woman or a man who is attracted to other men could become a woman. I do not believe homosexuality is compatible with biblical sexual ethics, but it would seem to me that homosexuals and feminists who champion these identities would see transgenderism as undermining the concrete existence of these categories on which those identities rely. All of this is why real-world feminists and some gay voices in popular culture are speaking out: LGB has
little in common with “T” aside from relying upon each other in the broader pursuit of identity politics. 3 | The transgender movement undermines womanhood and motherhood A few years ago, the Dove Soap company aired a commercial for Mother’s Day on YouTube that profiled several different mothers. The commercial was designed to applaud motherhood, which is commendable. But one of the “mothers” profiled was very obviously a male, bedecked with long hair and feminine clothing. The man called himself a “mom” and said there is “no one right way to do it all,” by which he meant “motherhood comes in a variety of forms.” The commercial very much reflects the spirit of the age, obsessed by progressive definitions of “pluralism,” “tolerance,” and “equity” as the highest possible goals our society can achieve. But when these ideals run amok in perverse form, they accomplish the exact opposite. Underneath the very tolerant and polite message that Dove Soap was intending to communicate is a deeply subversive and insulting message: motherhood does not exist apart
from gender and cultural stereotypes. If motherhood is not tied to the exclusive bodily realities that define womanhood (such as carrying a child and nursing a child), then motherhood does not objectively exist. It is for each individual to decide what it is. This is actually profoundly insulting and undermines true femininity and motherhood. If men can “be” mothers, too, then motherhood does not exist. Yet again this is an example of the postmodern contradictions behind much of progressive thought: in the attempt to appear as tolerant and affirming as possible, it refuses to tolerate and affirm authentic motherhood, which is an embodied reality that follows from the way that female bodies have been designed by God in creation.
Excerpt from God and the Transgender Debate (Second Edition) by Andrew T. Walker
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Jesus said he is “gentle and lowly in heart”. This best-selling book reflects on these words, opening up a neglected yet central truth about who he is for sinners and sufferers today. Dane Ortlund | £14.99 £9.99 Hardback
This study guide helps readers reflect further on the key biblical truths explored in the bestselling book Gentle and Lowly. There are 10 lessons; each one covers 2-3 chapters from the book. Perfect for small groups. Dane Ortlund | £8.99 £7.64
This gift edition of best-seller Gentle and Lowly features an imitation-leather cover, ribbon marker and presentation page. It reflects on Jesus’ words that he is "gentle and lowly in heart". Dane Ortlund | £20.99 £17.84
Reflect deeply on God’s word NEW
This book goes deeper into the wondrous truths of the gospel in order to encourage readers to fix their gaze on Jesus in the battle against sin. Dane Ortlund | £13.59 £12.79 Hardback
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This book uses carefully selected excerpts from the key works of Puritans to inspire readers today. Learn how to follow Jesus from their testimonies and wisdom. Lewis Allen & Tim Chester £7.00 £5.95
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What it looks like when a believer is filled with a right and healthy fear of God and how this points to the holiness, blessedness, happiness, wholeness and beauty of Jesus. Michael Reeves £14.99 £10.04 | Hardback
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Enjoy a year of gospelsaturated daily devotions from renowned Bible teacher Alistair Begg. These concise devotions reflect on a few short verses each day and are full of clear exposition and thoughtful application in Alistair Begg’s trademark warm, faithful and engaging style.
DEVOTIONS
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Inspiration for your daily devotions
An inspiring collection of daily devotions and prayers from great Christian writers of the past. Ideal for Lent but can be used at any time of year. Tim Chester £8.99 £7.64
Hear the voices of women of colour on the most important subject in any age—the word of God. Collection of devotions from Psalm 119. Kristie Anyabwile £9.99 £8.49
Profound meditations on the Psalms that help women to process their feelings and cry out to God. Courtney Reissig Hardback £11.99 £9.95
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Gives you tools and strategies to read and understand the Bible for yourself, helping you move from confusion to confidence as you enjoy refreshment in God’s word. Perfect for new believers or anyone who wants to get into a habit of regular Bible reading. Gary Millar | £7.99 £6.79 Ministry Pack | 5 for £25 with code RTFPACK
Help to read the Bible for yourself I am absolutely convinced that every single person who is reading this already has the skills necessary to read and understand the Bible. Why am I so sure? Let me give you a oneword answer: Netflix. (Or any other streaming service!) Watching a movie or box set actually requires a very sophisticated set of skills to make sense 26 |
of what’s going on. And it all starts as we simply watch and listen carefully. Understand the characters As the characters are introduced, we instinctively look out for the hints and cues that the writer gives us to answer a whole pile of questions: When and where is all this happening? Is
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this person “good” or “bad”? Can they be trusted? Are they up to something? Are they hiding anything? What’s their relationship with the other characters? Is something terrible about to happen to this person? (The scary music usually gives that one away!) Is this person central to the plot or a bit-part player? And so it goes on. You probably don’t say any of this
out loud (although some members of my family do!). Nor do you ask all those questions consciously. But it’s all going on in your head. Ask questions and look for answers Of course, not all these questions are answered at the start or all at once. If we want to find out the answers, we just have to keep watching—at least to the next episode. Sometimes, we have to stick with it for a while to get a sense of what’s going on. But we know that if we give it time, everything will start to become clear. It’s as we keep watching that we sort out in our heads what’s important and what isn’t. As the story unfolds, the writer tells us who really matters and who doesn’t— who are the main characters and who play the supporting roles. Gradually, we work out which details are just incidental and which are crucial to the story. And,
of course, we do all that instinctively. Wait for it to come together The same thing goes for putting it all together at the end. At the end of the movie or series, suddenly all the pieces fall into place (or enough of them to come to a satisfactory conclusion, while leaving enough loose ends to justify another season!). We say to ourselves, or to whoever else is in the room, things like “Ahhh—that’s why he said that to her then. It all makes sense now.” Trust your instincts So there really is a lot going on as we watch Netflix—it’s just that most of it is instinct. In a similar way, when it comes to reading the Bible, our greatest need is to read what it says on the page and trust our instincts. God has spoken to us in words, sentences and paragraphs, and we can
handle all of those. So we simply read and keep reading, and eventually it will all come together. Is it really that simple? Yes, it is! Read the words. If you don’t know the words or aren’t quite sure of what the writer is getting at, then keep reading. As with any good box set, if we keep going, the Bible itself will tell us what’s important. Look at the whole sentence and try to make sense of that, and then just keep going, trying to make sense of the whole paragraph, and then just keep going! IDEAL TO GIVE NEW BELIEVERS
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Applied expository Bible-study guide to 2 Peter and Jude—two short letters written to help us stand firm in our faith. Miguel Núñez | £9.99 £8.49
These six studies take you step by step through 2 Peter and Jude, with questions that open up discussion, a focus on real-life application and ideas for prayer. Miguel Núñez | £3.99 £3.39
Expository guides to help you study God’s word Exodus For You | Tim Chester
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